{"product_id":"taylor-builders-edition-524ce-next-generation-grand-auditorium-acoustic-electric-guitar-tobacco-kona-burst","title":"Taylor Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar (Tobacco Kona Burst)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany top serves up warm, focused midrange voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped V-Class bracing dials up more volume, sustain and warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction Control Neck improves resonance and microadjustability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfort-enhancing contours deliver a relaxed, seamless feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Claria electronics and deluxe hardshell case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted at the intersection of comfort, rich sound and high-level performance, the Next Generation Builder's Edition 524ce adds an exciting new flavor of acoustic inspiration to our collection of player-focused guitars. This thoughtfully contoured Grand Auditorium sports a beveled armrest, beveled cutaway and chamfered edges, adding up to a remarkably comfortable, easy-playing feel for any style. Tonally, solid mahogany paired with back and sides of responsibly sourced Shamel ash combine for a warm, focused midrange sound that includes a touch of natural compression from the hardwood top to smooth out the attack, while the scalloped V-Class bracing inside strategically improves top vibration for an even richer, warmer, more powerful response. Players are sure to appreciate the adjustability of the new Action Control Neck and the intuitive controls of our new Claria electronics, all part of the Next Generation design philosophy. Visual details include a single-ring Italian acrylic rosette, Compass inlays, antique chrome Gotoh 510 tuners, a firestripe pickguard, and a glossy Kona Burst finish with a satin-finished neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext-Gen Innovation Enhances Mahogany’s Natural Warmth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eScalloped V-Class bracing adds even more volume, sustain, open-string richness, and low-end presence to this hardwood-topped Grand Auditorium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Auditorium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eTaylor’s signature body shape embodies the ultimate all-purpose acoustic guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShamel Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eSourced from urban trees that require removal, Shamel Ash delivers midrange power and balance comparable to Honduran Mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAction Control Neck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eBuilding on Taylor’s legacy of easy-playing necks, the new Action Control Neck pairs a long-tenon joint for added warmth and depth with a patented system for effortless string height adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeo-Tropical Mahogany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eThe hardwood top produces strong fundamentals with enhanced clarity and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Claria Acoustic Pickup System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eThe Claria Acoustic Pickup System provides a natural amplified tone while preserving the guitar’s acoustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeveled Cutaway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eTaylor’s beveled cutaway design provides a more player-friendly feel for guitarists who use every inch of the fretboard. 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